Category Archives: Jane Beyond Spain

The train ride from Pontorson to Bayeux was a relaxing change of pace after the crowds and steep streets of Mont-Saint-Michel. The route wound through the Norman countryside, passing rolling green fields, grazing cattle, and picturesque villages that seemed untouched by time. Arriving in Bayeux felt like stepping into a postcard. With its half-timbered buildings,Continue reading “Bayeux and the Art of Slowing Down”

From Saint-Malo, our bus dropped us in a sprawling parking area, where Mont-Saint-Michel rose dramatically in the distance, looking every bit like a medieval fairy tale. It was a Thursday morning, and hundreds of visitors were already queued for Le Passeur, the shuttle that carries travelers across the causeway to the mount itself. Getting toContinue reading “The Magic of Mont-Saint-Michel: Tides, Tourists, and Timeless Wonder”

One of the main reasons I wanted to visit France was to see Normandy. I had missed it on previous trips, but D-Day has always been one of the most important events in modern history, and I wanted to experience the place where it happened. My interest grew even stronger after watching the recent filmContinue reading “France by Ferry: Bonjour Saint-Malo!”